Halong Bay Day Cruise: Full-Day Itinerary & Highlights from Hanoi

08:15 – 08:50 – Begin your Halong Bay day cruise adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up in Hanoi’s Old Quarter or at the Opera House. From there, we travel along the modern Hanoi – Haiphong – Tuan Chau Highway, enjoying a smooth 2.5-hour drive to Tuan Chau Harbor.

12:00 – Arrive at Tuan Chau Harbor and step aboard your comfortable cruise boat to start exploring the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay.

12:30 – Savor a delicious set-menu lunch featuring Halong’s signature seafood and local specialties. As you dine, take in the awe-inspiring views of limestone karsts, including the iconic Fighting Cock Islet and Incense Burner Islet – two of the bay’s most famous landmarks.

14:00 – Reach Bo Hon Island and venture into the stunning Sung Sot Cave (Surprise Cave), home to spectacular stalactites and stalagmites that have formed over millions of years.

14:45 – Continue your journey with a kayaking or bamboo boat trip through Luon Cave, revealing a serene lagoon surrounded by towering cliffs.

15:15 – Visit Ti Top Island, where you can relax on its white sandy beach or hike to the summit for panoramic views over Halong Bay – a perfect spot for photos.

16:00 – Return to the boat for a relaxing sunset party, enjoying wine, fresh fruit, and biscuits as your cruise makes its way back to the harbor.

18:15 – Disembark at Tuan Chau Harbor and board your bus for the return journey to Hanoi.

21:00 – Arrive back at your hotel, marking the end of your unforgettable Halong Bay day cruise.